You only want to see things through your eyes. First off I already drew a parallel for everyone to read between fraternities and the military. There missions are different but the bonds trying to be created are the same. As Charle said, Dr. King was an Alpha he was pledged and he pledged people in return. You obviously know not what you think on that point. Another thing my parents always taught me that anything worth having you have to earn. Oh and just for your information, my parents did not pay for any of my college education, and yes they do know that what I went through I earned. I guess you are one of those types who wants everything in life given to you. Well if you don't like challenges, I'm glad you didn't try and come through my organization. Dr. King would have laughed you right out the door.
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Originally posted by LXAAlum:
Here we go again....
What exact parallels again can be drawn between Seals and Fraternity members - - none.
The roles and purposes of membership in these organizations have nothing to do whatsoever with one another - you're comparing apples to oranges - something Charle repeatedly tried to do, without success.
I would NOT want anyone in my fraternity to have to go through physical or mental hazing to "prove" they have what it takes to be a "man"....hazing flies in the face of every single fraternal ideal there is: honor, chivlary, respect, patriotism, morality, dignity, etc........ and I'd like somebody to try to argue otherwise...you'll fail. Tell me how hazing exemplifies your ideals...you won't be able to.
Let me ask you this....do your parents (who more than likely paid for some of your college expenses, possibly even dues...) know what you went through in order to become a member? If not, why not? Don't give me the "secrecy of membership" tired response - certain secrets are esoteric, but, what about the hazing (which is not esoteric - it's illegal - there is a BIG difference)? Are they proud that you went through it?
Finally, do you really think Martin Luther King Jr., would approve of taking wood? Consider the legacy of Agape and nonviolent change that he left to all of us...another contradiction in your arguments.
[This message has been edited by LXAAlum (edited August 17, 2000).]
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